Toxic Transference
A bit of free verse on negativity and wasted time106 total reviews
Comment from jlsavell
Earthwriter, your poem makes a bold statement that all should heed. Negativity is toxic and what better way to negate such waste is to first recognize it for what it is and counteract it. Superb wording to convey your thoughts..jlsavell
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Earthwriter, your poem makes a bold statement that all should heed. Negativity is toxic and what better way to negate such waste is to first recognize it for what it is and counteract it. Superb wording to convey your thoughts..jlsavell
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
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thank you
Comment from TillMcCauley
I totally agree with you! If some spent half the time they did complaining to doing some productive what a wonderful world we would live it and how much more could be done. I think you did a wonderful job.
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I totally agree with you! If some spent half the time they did complaining to doing some productive what a wonderful world we would live it and how much more could be done. I think you did a wonderful job.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
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thank you
Comment from zydecosal
Your assessment of the above is profound. And yes, helping others is terrific and makes one feel better. However, when legitimately down, having others help also makes one feel better. I say that because I've been seriously down for 10 months with a partially ruptured Achilles tendon and tendonitis in other foot and ankle tendons. It's been terribly difficult, but my writing and doing needlework, that I'll give my children for Christmas gifts, helps me stay possitive, but not all the time.
My favorite:
blessings
in need of
counting
Help Somebody!
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2009
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Your assessment of the above is profound. And yes, helping others is terrific and makes one feel better. However, when legitimately down, having others help also makes one feel better. I say that because I've been seriously down for 10 months with a partially ruptured Achilles tendon and tendonitis in other foot and ankle tendons. It's been terribly difficult, but my writing and doing needlework, that I'll give my children for Christmas gifts, helps me stay possitive, but not all the time.
My favorite:
blessings
in need of
counting
Help Somebody!
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2009
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thank you my friend blessings to you and yours
Comment from mmichelle97219
Complaints as toxic conversations I thought the imagery of this as well as the rest of the poem is too cool for words. Excellent work here.
happy writing
Michelle
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Complaints as toxic conversations I thought the imagery of this as well as the rest of the poem is too cool for words. Excellent work here.
happy writing
Michelle
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
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thanks so much Michelle much appreciated
Comment from chaswriter
Monte - Your poem hits a chord with my own views of life and living in this world--stay away from negativity and be positive with your thinking. Well told message in a nice flow.
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Monte - Your poem hits a chord with my own views of life and living in this world--stay away from negativity and be positive with your thinking. Well told message in a nice flow.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
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thank you
Comment from EXMAN. nffc
Might I hazard a guess that you are a rampant greenie? The poem is good and carries a strong message. I even like your notes. Sometimes though, it is a matter of perception as to whether their really is a problem. This could lead us into a much protracted debate. Suffice to say that we are none of us, fully informed on anything. So we end up acting on what we have and that can be extremely dangerous. Still, you may well have a point in that it is better than doing nothing at all.
Hope I've been able to help you.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2009
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Might I hazard a guess that you are a rampant greenie? The poem is good and carries a strong message. I even like your notes. Sometimes though, it is a matter of perception as to whether their really is a problem. This could lead us into a much protracted debate. Suffice to say that we are none of us, fully informed on anything. So we end up acting on what we have and that can be extremely dangerous. Still, you may well have a point in that it is better than doing nothing at all.
Hope I've been able to help you.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2009
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Yes my friend I am on the green side, but I believe complaints are okay, but like mistakes I believe repeating them is futile and solutions are not created
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I certainly agree with the concept of 'not shitting in your own nest'. You do, however, have to shit somewhere and if you do it right, you get good manure.
I am a KIWI after all. But does that make me a greenie? Hell no. Label yourself like that and you're liable to get a tad blinkered.
Mistakes can be made both ways. But what the hell. If you going to err, then do it on the side of caution.
Great talking to you.
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P.S. Repeat complaining? Sounds like nagging. Prone to producing deafness. Good point.
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i say i am on the green side by that I mean I am for balance and working with nature not against or detroying just for profit
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Good logic.
Comment from Hitcher
Actions speak louder than words pops into to my mind when I read you little offering. I couldn't agree more with you friend, to help someone in anyway will always warm the soul and put a smile on ones face, well done.
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Actions speak louder than words pops into to my mind when I read you little offering. I couldn't agree more with you friend, to help someone in anyway will always warm the soul and put a smile on ones face, well done.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
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thanks so much
Comment from mushroom
well i believe this to be so true, you say that to be positive and help someone makes the difference and stops negativity. you also touch on very topical events and this makes this piece strong and current
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well i believe this to be so true, you say that to be positive and help someone makes the difference and stops negativity. you also touch on very topical events and this makes this piece strong and current
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
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thanks so much
Comment from Sasha
This is excellent. I especially like the message. Yes complaining brings the issue into the light but finding solutions keeps the light shining. Very, very nice work. Excellent poem.
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This is excellent. I especially like the message. Yes complaining brings the issue into the light but finding solutions keeps the light shining. Very, very nice work. Excellent poem.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
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thanks so much
Comment from samuelbrody
Hello... Your poem is the substance of my own foundational beliefs. Attitude checks should be mandatory on a daily basis as one encounters situations of uncomfortability. Your presentation is great, especially with the artwork to draw attention and into the words. Now the words...all so very well chosen to illustrate your point. God help us to think of others more than ourselves. brody.
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Hello... Your poem is the substance of my own foundational beliefs. Attitude checks should be mandatory on a daily basis as one encounters situations of uncomfortability. Your presentation is great, especially with the artwork to draw attention and into the words. Now the words...all so very well chosen to illustrate your point. God help us to think of others more than ourselves. brody.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2009
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thanks so much I very much appreciate your high praise blessings to you and yours
